Underplayed Gems

Vacuum Story (2022)

Vacuum Story cover
Developer
Simone Filippini
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Casual, Indie, Simulation
Rating
3.3 of 5, 23 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 24 minutes
Where to get it
Steam
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The catalog in 3D

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How it feels

A slow, atmospheric simulation where you passively observe a family's daily life while managing a simple vacuum cleaning routine.

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What players say

Players praise the unique concept of experiencing a story from a vacuum cleaner's point of view, but consistently say the game is too short at about 15-25 minutes across only three chapters. Many feel the idea is underdeveloped and repetitive, with limited interaction and predictable stories.

Screenshots

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